Tuesday, January 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tim Tebow Foundation seeks clothing donations for its 11th annual Night to Shine, a prom for individuals with special needs, scheduled for February 7 at Immanuel Baptist Church, Tallahassee. WCTV
- ➤ FSU and FAMU are set to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a week of events and a public convocation, featuring speakers like Ziwe Fumudoh and Darryl Jones, to celebrate his impactful legacy. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Tallahassee celebrates Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with a parade, festival, and the inaugural Distinguished Black Classical Excellence Awards, featuring events by local institutions and community organizations. Tallahassee Democrat
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Peter Boulware Lexus celebrated a groundbreaking ceremony for a new dealership next to Peter Boulware Toyota, set to open in early 2026. Tallahassee Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florida State University's Festival of the Creative Arts, throughout January and February, showcases interdisciplinary research across campus with a variety of events including performances, symposia, and talks, all free and open to the public. Florida State University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Tallahassee City Commission will convene at a retreat to define city priorities, including airport development, municipal projects, and addressing local flooding issues. WCTV
- ➤ The Florida House of Representatives' Economic Infrastructure subcommittee will tour Tallahassee's electric utility facilities, ahead of legislative discussions on possibly increasing state oversight of municipal utilities. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ The Leon County Sheriff's Office received a $56,000 grant to equip detention deputies with body cameras for increased accountability and transparency. WCTV
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ FAMU football strengthens its offensive and defensive lines with commitments from NCAA Transfer Portal additions and key returning players for the 2025 season. Tallahassee Democrat
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Trent 10k, 5k & 1 Mile Run
The Trent is a multi-distance running event featuring 10k, 5k, and 1-mile courses, catering to both competitive racers and casual walkers at Roberts Elementary School in Tallahassee.
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Counterfeit Stereo and Local Bands Showcase
Experience a night of live music featuring local acts including COUNTERFEIT STEREO, ALMOST, WHEN AND WHERE, and WESTGREEN at The Bark.
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Vitamin String Quartet Live Performance
Experience a captivating performance by the Vitamin String Quartet at the Ruby Diamond Concert Hall in Tallahassee.
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TRE Workshop for Stress and Trauma Release
This workshop offers participants techniques for releasing physical tension and stress through Trauma Releasing Exercises in a supportive environment.
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Super Bowl Watch Party at Flamingoz
Experience the excitement of the Super Bowl in a lively atmosphere at Flamingoz in Tallahassee, FL.
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